Megabrew merger complete

 AB InBev purchase of SABMiller crosses the finishing line THE biggest brewery merger of all time was completed this week as the purchase of SABMiller by...

And then there were three

  GLASGOW restaurant group Rusk & Rusk is set to open its third venue with the launch of a new eatery on the city’s Miller...

North’s oil price woes continue

Aberdeen businesses shut down as trade in the city struggles Several licensed businesses in Aberdeen have shut or gone into administration in recent weeks as...

Lothian pub is the best for ale

A Musselburgh pub that’s been owned by the same family for more than 150 years is the best in Scotland and Northern Ireland for...

A spirited deal for drinks firms

Ian Macleod Distillers plans further growth after acquisition By Dave Hunter THE acquisition of The Spencerfield Spirit Company by Ian Macleod Distillers earlier this month likely...

Tapping into craft beer

Craft beer was on the agenda at a tourism breakfast in Elgin last Friday (September 23). Organised by the Moray Chamber of Commerce in collaboration...

A natural step for brothers

A NEW bar majoring in natural organic and biodynamic wines opened in the capital earlier this month. Launched by siblings Rory and Graeme Sutherland, Good...

Access topping tourism agenda

Organisations gather to improve accessibility across industry Accessible tourism took centre stage in Edinburgh 20th September when representatives of more than 20 tourism organisations from...

New resort to land on the shore?

A Boutique hotel, restaurants and lodges form part of a plan for a proposed major new leisure resort on the banks of Loch Lomond. Scottish...

Campaign offers support for staff

Benevolent society offering financial aid to trade workers Licensed trade charity The Ben launches a new campaign today (September 29) encouraging current and former industry...

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